Treatment of leg veins with combined pulsed dye and Nd:YAG lasers: 60 patients assessed at 6 months.

abstract：BACKGROUND:We sought to investigate risk factors for recurrence of vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia (VAIN) in the vaginal vault after laser vaporization. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Among 162 patients treated with laser vaporization in the vaginal vault after hysterectomy between March 1998 and August 2007, the clinical da...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Kim HS,Park NH,Park IA,Park JH,Chung HH,Kim JW,Song YS,Kang SB

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The feasibility of using a pulsed dye laser in angioplasty for detection and disintegration of calcified plaques was studied in vitro. A flashlamp-pumped dye laser (495 nm, 2 microseconds) was used as the exciting source for laser-induced-fluorescence (LIF) signals. Spectral data in the 520 nm to 800 nm region of norm...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Scheu M,Kagel H,Zwaan M,Lebeau A,Engelhardt R

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:To clarify whether epidermal thickness is of importance to the purpuric reaction from treatment with the pulsed dye laser (PDL). STUDY DESIGN/MATERIALS AND METHODS:Fifteen fairly pigmented volunteers were laser treated in two test regions of varying epidermal thicknesses: normal buttock skin a...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Haedersdal M,Bech-Thomsen N,Therkildsen P,Poulsen T,Wulf HC

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:Moraxella catarrhalis is a significant cause of pediatric otitis media (OM), which is the most prevalent bacterial infection in children and primary reason for antibiotic administration in this population. Moreover, biofilm formation has been implicated as a primary mechanism of chronic or recu...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Luke-Marshall NR,Mang TS,Hansen LA,Campagnari AA

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe our experience and the problems we encountered organizing an autonomous surgical unit in which the equipment and organization enable three lasers to be used in may different applications in medicine and surgery. The three lasers--CO2, Nd:YAG, and argon--may now be used by all the departments concerned with...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Chavoin JP,Costagliola M,Laffitte F,Vachaud M

更新日期：1983-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:Hypervascular skin lesions (HVSL) are treated with medical lasers characterized by a variety of parameters such as wavelength lambda, pulse duration t(p), and radiant exposure E that can be adjusted for different pathology and blood vessel size. Treatment parameters have been optimized assumin...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Kimel S,Choi B,Svaasand LO,Lotfi J,Viator JA,Nelson JS

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:Microwave treatment is an effective non-invasive treatment option for primary axillary hyperhidrosis (PAH), but the treatment parameters vary and no histopathological studies have been performed to validate clinical outcomes. This study investigated its efficacy and safety and histopathologica...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Kaminaka C,Mikita N,Inaba Y,Kunimoto K,Okuhira H,Jinnin M,Kao B,Tanino R,Tanioka K,Shimokawa T,Yamamoto Y

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:We developed novel heat-conducting templates, and tested whether they could effectively remove damaging heat from the tissue during laser ablation. The reduction of lateral thermal damage during cutaneous incisional laser procedures should decrease the time in wound healing. In addition, we se...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Spector N,Reinisch L,Spector J,Ellis DL

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Photodynamic therapy is a proven therapeutic modality in the management of variety of pathologies involving the human body. Our aim in this clinical study is to prospectively evaluate the outcome following interstitial photodynamic therapy for patients with vascular anomalies. Patients' reports on quality ...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Jerjes W,Upile T,Hamdoon Z,Mosse CA,Akram S,Morley S,Hopper C

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:The nonablative application of holmium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Ho:YAG) laser energy to the joint capsule of patients with glenohumeral instability has been found to shrink capsular tissue and to help stabilize the joint. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of nonablative laser...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Hayashi K,Nieckarz JA,Thabit G 3rd,Bogdanske JJ,Cooley AJ,Markel MD

更新日期：1997-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The potential problem of rethrombosis after laser recanalization was studied in 16 thrombus-occluded canine femoral arteries. Balloon de-endothelialization and thrombin-human blood injection produced adherent, completely occlusive thrombi 4.13 +/- 1.54 cm in length; laser exposure of the thrombi occurred at 18.35 +/- ...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Marco J,Silvernail PJ,Fournial G,Choy DS,Fajadet J,Case RB

更新日期：1985-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:In a previous study, the possibility of removal of dog gingival melanin pigmentation with CO(2) laser therapy was reported. The present study was designed to investigate the effect of the CO(2) laser on human gingival pigmentation and evaluate the clinical outcome. STUDY DESIGN/MATERIALS AND M...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Nakamura Y,Hossain M,Hirayama K,Matsumoto K

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Seven cases of cerebral tumors (four deep-seated sovratentorial gliomas located in motor area, occipital region, parietal region and frontal region; one deep-seated cystic cerebellar spongioblastoma; one sphenoidal wing meningioma, and one spinal cord intradural tumor) were simultaneously irradiated in the same area w...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Fasano VA,Benech F,Ponzio RM

更新日期：1982-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of the pulsed dye laser (585 nm, 450 ms) in the treatment of sun induced wrinkles. DESIGN:Patients had one pulsed dye laser (585 nm) treatment. The treated areas were assessed by the following methods: grading of skin wrinkles at 6 weeks, 12 weeks...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Zelickson BD,Kilmer SL,Bernstein E,Chotzen VA,Dock J,Mehregan D,Coles C

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:Pyropheophorbide-a-hexyl ether (HPPH) is a new compound being investigated for use as a photosensitizer for photodynamic therapy; however, the pharmacokinetics are not known for any of the target species likely to be treated with this drug. The objective of this study was to determine the phar...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Payne JT,McCaw DL,Casteel SW,Frazier D,Rogers K,Tompson RV

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:Short pulsed and scanned CO(2) lasers that target water molecules are currently used for cutaneous resurfacing. These CO(2) resurfacing lasers produce acute cutaneous contraction, which can be quantitated as a measure of the laser's effect. We postulated that targeting the vibrational and rotat...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Ellis DL,Weisberg NK,Chen JS,Stricklin GP,Reinisch L

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The author's experience in the use of the argon laser in the treatment of superficial vascular lesions in children is reviewed. Deteriorating portwine stains, strawberry hemangiomas, other hemangiomas, telangiectasias, and other lesions are discussed. Their natural histories are discussed. Details are given regarding ...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Hobby LW

更新日期：1986-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:Keloids have been treated with flashlamp pulsed dye lasers (PDLs) with good results. We investigated whether PDL treatments induced keloid regression by decreasing growth factor-beta(1) (TGF-beta(1)) induction, thereby reducing fibroblast proliferation and collagen deposition. STUDY DESIGN/MA...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Kuo YR,Jeng SF,Wang FS,Chen TH,Huang HC,Chang PR,Yang KD

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:The effects of Er:YAG laser irradiation on dentin have not been sufficiently investigated. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of Er:YAG laser irradiation on dentin. STUDY DESIGN/MATERIALS AND METHODS:After cavities were prepared using Er:YAG laser irradiation or rotary c...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Ishizaka Y,Eguro T,Maeda T,Tanaka H

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:The relationship between tissue ablation volume and the formation of insoluble gas of the currently available excimer laser systems is unknown. This aspect was evaluated in two excimer laser systems. STUDY DESIGN/MATERIALS AND METHODS:We measured tissue ablation volume and gas production of tw...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Appelman YE,Piek JJ,Verhoofstad GG,Gijsbers GH,Van Gemert MJ

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rapidly expanding laser technology has created a void in surgical instrumentation when the carbon dioxide laser is applied to intra-abdominal microlaser fertility-promoting procedures. By using proper instruments, the laser microsurgeon will be able to enhance his surgical technique as well as reduce his frustrations....

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： McLaughlin DS

更新日期：1983-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There are a host of fiber-optic delivery devices available for use with the Er:YAG, HF, CO, and CO2 lasers at 2.9, 2.8, 5.3, and 10.6 microns wavelengths, respectively. While many of these fibers are not as convenient to use as conventional silica fibers, they offer the ability to deliver infrared laser energy for a w...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Merberg GN

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:The current study (for which ethical approval was obtained) sought to assess the effect of low intensity monochromatic infrared therapy (LIMIRT) on experimentally induced delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). STUDY DESIGN/MATERIALS AND METHODS:Healthy volunteers were recruited (n = 24, 12M:12F...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Glasgow PD,Hill ID,McKevitt AM,Lowe AS,Baxter D

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This investigation was designed to compare standard scalpel transections of the tibial branch of the rat sciatic nerve with those performed using either a milliwatt carbon dioxide (CO2) or a potassium titanyl phosphate (KTP/532) laser. Four transection groups consisted of nerves sectioned with (1) scalpel (control), (...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Fligny I,Wu JS,Samonte BR,Fried MP

更新日期：1992-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:Many studies of laser-induced thermal decomposition of dental enamel have demonstrated a reduction in the rate of acid dissolution, size of artificial caries-like lesions, and acid reactivity. Additionally, studies have correlated the loss of carbonate from dental enamel with a reduction in ac...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Zuerlein MJ,Fried D,Featherstone JD

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:Hyperhidrosis is a condition that affects a large percentage of the population and has a significant impact on peoples' lives. This report presents a technical overview of a new noninvasive, microwave-based device for creating thermolysis of sweat glands. The fundamental principles of operatio...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Johnson JE,O'Shaughnessy KF,Kim S

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This is the first report on the use of endoscopic argon photoirradiation to treat patients with low-grade ureteral tumors involving the distal ureter. Using a rigid ureteropyeloscope, a 300 mu or 600 mu quartz fiber, and 5 watts (W) of power in a continuous-wave mode, the lesions were ablated without complication. Pat...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Johnson DE

更新日期：1992-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:Cutaneous and mucocutaneous leishmaniasis are diseases characterized by skin or mucosal manifestations. In the new world, Leishmania braziliensis is the main etiological agent of cutaneous leishmaniasis, condition that may evolve to the mucocutaneous form. The therapeutic arsenal routinely empl...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Barbosa AF,Sangiorgi BB,Galdino SL,Barral-Netto M,Pitta IR,Pinheiro AL

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:There are some indications that low-level laser therapy (LLLT) may delay the development of skeletal muscle fatigue during high-intensity exercise. There have also been claims that LED cluster probes may be effective for this application however there are differences between LED and laser sour...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Leal Junior EC,Lopes-Martins RA,Rossi RP,De Marchi T,Baroni BM,de Godoi V,Marcos RL,Ramos L,Bjordal JM

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a promising approach to the treatment of cancer. Preferential retention of the photosensitizer by malignant tissue has been considered a hallmark of this treatment modality. However, photosensitivity can be observed in normal, non-neoplastic tissues, and the present study investigated the...

journal_title：Lasers in surgery and medicine

authors： Chazen MD,Baggs RB,Gibson SL,Albert MS,Hilf R

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00